List of Internships

Last Updated: Mar 21 2019

Farm Address:172 Carrington Road

Bethany, Connecticut
, 06524

Position Description:Job Description: April-September, or minimum of three months. Great opportunity to manage a garden, with room for your own creativity and initiatives. Head Farmer Whitney Miller is a naturopathic doctor resuming her practice and needs an independent, reliable person to take over the garden. You will be running the garden independently, but will always have guidance from Whitney when you need it. Responsibilities Include:Seed and transplant. Keep garden free from weeds. Plan tasks for daily and weekly volunteers. Monitor for pests and diseases. Harvest and store produce. Take daily photos of the farm and grounds for social media uploading. Some... Press the button below to find out more!

Last Updated: Mar 20 2019

Farm Address:320A West Street

Middletown Springs, Vermont
, 05757

Position Description:We are a diverse farm so there are many opportunities to learn about both livestock and vegetable production. There are a variety if tasks that will be available daily. If you work with the livestock you will be involved with the following: fencing( we use rotational grazing), moving animals to fresh pasture, hand milking our goats and dairy cow, working on our solar irrigation and fencing system, processing meat birds throughout the summer, haying, weedwacking fence lines and much more. We also have a small market garden in which we grow produce for our farm CSA. You will be involved... Press the button below to find out more!

Last Updated: Mar 19 2019

Farm Address:3149 Clover Valley Road

Johnstown, Ohio
, 43031

Position Description:The Production Assistant will be an integral part of all farm tasks, including: seeding, greenhouse care, transplanting, cultivation, harvesting, and post-harvest washing and packing. The Production Assistant will generally work closely with the farm manager, but will also work independently and must possess a strong drive and an attention to detail. Ideal applicants are motivated, responsible and hardworking, with a commitment to working smart and hard, rather than just hard.

Last Updated: Mar 19 2019

Farm Address:18 Fort Hill Rd.

New Milford, Connecticut
, 06776

Position Description:Practical training in organic crop and overall farm management is offered, as well as training in tractor operation. Our goal is to give apprentices the opportunity to learn the skills they will need to manage their own farm.

Internship Starts: Last Monday in MarchInternship Ends: Friday before Thanksgiving

Last Updated: Mar 11 2019

Farm Address:90 Bald Creek Rd.

Leicester
, North Carolina
, 28748

Position Description:Each year, for the past 15 years plus, we hire 4 apprentices with whom we do our best to share all farm projects and skills. Right now we are looking for 1 more person to round out our crew. Skills you will learn and jobs you'll do include field observation, greenhouse work, planting, cultivating and harvesting of vegetables and cut flowers, pest management, machine maintenance and repair, irrigation, season extension, efficient systems set-up and work methods, work with CSA members and other volunteers, selling at farmer's markets and marketing. Most days we work side by side with our interns and... Press the button below to find out more!

Last Updated: Feb 27 2019

Farm Address:307 Amberhill Rd

Yadkinville, North Carolina
, 27055

Position Description:We enjoy hosting visitors mainly for the opportunities to interact, make friends, share the food and farm things we’re passionate about, to inspire an appreciation in visitors for homegrown food and homegrown farming, and to teach and mentor (and also learn from) people interested in doing the same kind of things we’re doing. Having visitors stay on the farm with us and help allows us to integrate visitors in our family farm, to share our farming lifestyle and homegrown meals while continuing with the substantial demands and work of our farm life. We (Eric and Melissa) are both full-time farmers.... Press the button below to find out more!

Last Updated: Feb 26 2019

Farm Address:46 Atwood St

Providence
, Rhode Island
,

Position Description:Assist the Director of Horticulture with overall farm operations. Task descriptions: Care of annual and perennial plants including: -Timely and efficient production of seedlings at off-site grow spaces as well as on-site at our urban farm -Soil preparations and maintenance: forming and amending beds -Assist with planting, watering, weeding, maintenance and harvesting and anything else that needs to get done - Install and maintain drip irrigation, row cover and trellising - Assist with implementation and monitoring of integrated pest management - Assist with monitoring common pests, bacterial, fungal and viral diseases on farm - Operate and maintain garden tools and... Press the button below to find out more!

Last Updated: Feb 25 2019

Farm Address:76 Bell Lane

Hamilton
, Montana
, 55088

Position Description:We are looking for two energetic, motivated interns to join our farm team for the season. Working alongside us, you'll experience most aspects of running a small farm including seeding and propagation, transplanting, cultivation, weeding, harvest, post-harvest handling, and produce deliveries. Interns seriously considering entering a farming career and may have the opportunity to learn some of the other aspects of farm-business management by helping with administrative tasks such as managing orders/ communicating with chefs, staffing our market booth, and record-keeping. Interns will work 5 days per week, with two full days off in a row each week (schedule may... Press the button below to find out more!

Last Updated: Feb 25 2019

Farm Address:615 S Obrian Rd

Othello
, Washington
,

Position Description:Task Summary: Interns will be required to work 30-40 hours per week. They will be part of farm production crew working closely each day with an experienced crew leader to complete seasonal tasks in the field; including but not limited to, greenhouse management, planting, orchard management, weed control, irrigation, disease control, pest control, harvesting, packing, distribution, machinery and technology application and more. Interns will also participate, in limited capacity, in ongoing farm planning, organic certification process and compliance, GAP certification process and compliance, farmers markets, shop work, production meetings and general farm upkeep as well as undertake one farm related... Press the button below to find out more!

Last Updated: Feb 25 2019

Farm Address:2015 E. North Territorial Rd

Whitmore Lake
, Michigan
, 81403

Position Description:The internship is 40 hours/week. We'll all have at least one full day off every week, and most days we will work in the morning and aim to end by 2pm when the sun becomes most intense. This internship is focused on our organic vegetable and flower production, but if you're interested in helping with our small flock of chickens, let us know in the interview! You will be essential to our farm operation in 2019, and we will happily give you real and independent responsibility in an area of your interest if you would like. We'll be working together... Press the button below to find out more!

Last Updated: Feb 25 2019

Farm Address:41095 Road G

Mancos
, Colorado
, 98273

Position Description:Job Description: The Farm Crew Members will participate in many aspects of the daily farm operations including, but not limited to the following: seed starting, transplanting, irrigation, weeding, greenhouse management (pruning/trellising, bed prep), harvesting, post harvest handling, record keeping, CSA distribution and market setup and sales. We are looking for two full-time (40 hours/week) Farm Crew Members during the 2019 growing season (May-October). This is an entry level position.

Last Updated: Feb 25 2019

Farm Address:2404 E. Gingerbread Lane

Benson
, Arizona
, 99167

Position Description:Interns will be expected to assist with all aspects of our farm operation, including bed preparation, seed starting, planting, tending, growing crops, irrigation, harvesting, preparation of produce for the market and work at the farmers markets we attend. We expect a minimum of 50 hours of work per week with two days off, not necessarily in sequence. Our two primary harvest days tend to be longer than 8 hours. We are unable to accommodate dogs and cats.

Last Updated: Feb 25 2019

Farm Address:41060 Trail Court

Homer
, Alaska
,

Position Description:Working on our small-scale vegetable farm will teach you much of what you need to know about starting your own small-scale commercial farming enterprise. We will cover crop planning, soil health, garden management, cover crops and other soil enhancement techniques, crop rotation, succession planting, crop selection, marketing, harvest, weed control and how to keep moose out of your gardens. Our operation would be especially pertinent to those wishing to farm in cooler zones using high tunnels and hoop houses.

Last Updated: Feb 25 2019

Farm Address:33 River Rd

Roxbury
, Conneticut
, 77406

Position Description:We are currently looking to hire four farm apprentices for the 2019 season. Interns are given the opportunity to learn about all aspects of managing a successful market farm. These activities include plant propagation, cultivation (manual and mechanized), record keeping, harvesting, and marketing for our busy farmer's markets. There are opportunities to learn the basics of soil fertility, greenhouse management, farming with tractors and farm mechanizations, irrigation, effective vegetable marketing. There is the opportunity for all apprentices to work in our kitchen with our chef and learn basic food preparation. We have been hosting apprentices at our farm for over... Press the button below to find out more!

Last Updated: Feb 24 2019

Farm Address:2080 Cabrillo hwy

Pescadero
, California
, 54814

Position Description:The 2019 nine-month Apprenticeship will run from the week of March 18th through the week of December 14th. We seek people who are able to dedicate the entire 9 months to this effort and in return will have the opportunity to experience the full cycle of the farm. The core production at Home Pie is held entirely by the four member Apprentice cohort led by two Second Year Apprentices and two Farm Managers. Summer Interns and HomeSlice Youth Interns will work alongside the farm team during the peak of our harvest season. Apprentices lead and facilitate farm visitors and learners... Press the button below to find out more!

Last Updated: Feb 24 2019

Farm Address:

Poulsbo
, Washington
, 81428

Position Description:Farmhouse Organics has three intern positions available for our 2019 season. We strive for enthusiasm and positive energy on our farm. Farming is very rewarding but it is a physical job. You must be in good physical condition, with the ability to lift 50+ pounds regularly and work 10+ hour days spring, summer and fall with all the changes in the weather during those seasons: rain, wind, intense heat and freezing temperatures. In addition to our website, we have a facebook page and Instagram for the farm that has some pictures and updates from previous farm interns that will give... Press the button below to find out more!

Last Updated: Feb 23 2019

Farm Address:

Meadowview
, Virginia
, 2822

Position Description:Our interns have mostly been local folks that want to learn about sustainable farming and receive fresh food. We seek people who like hard work and the rewards that come with it. Our interns are self directed and like to work together. They see patterns in the work and in nature so as to bring ease and enjoyment. TNT provides: 1. Independent living space with shared bath, kitchen, and internet access. 2. $400 per month. 3. Produce and beef for meals. 4. Additional incentives can be discussed. Intern provides: 1. Twenty four hours, at least, per week performing various necessary... Press the button below to find out more!

Last Updated: Feb 22 2019

Farm Address:7914 State Hwy 36

Carlotta
, California
, 95528

Position Description:Our program is a hands-on, intensive training for future farmers, regenerative land stewards, and aspiring land-based entrepreneurs. We work closely with our oxen teams in every season and offer serious experience in draft power on a diversified farmstead. A full season commitment of 35 weeks provides the most well rounded experience, but shorter commitments are also possible. Applicants considering a shorter apprenticeship must be willing to camp for some of the mid-summer weeks. All apprentices can expect to work an average of 50 hours a week - less in April & November, more in the high summer months - and... Press the button below to find out more!

Last Updated: Feb 22 2019

Farm Address:

Clark Fork
, Idaho
, 97149

Position Description:Apprentices at Mountain Cloud Farm gain the experience to further their farming adventure. Most days will be spent working with me, the farmer either preparing beds for planting using no till methods, weeding or harvesting. Expect to work with a variety of farm equipment such as different types of seeders like the jang and the four row pinpoint seeder, a bed roller, dibbler, paper pot transplanter and a tractor for moving compost. Works days are Tuesday through Friday, early morning starts and around 35 hours a week.

Last Updated: Feb 22 2019

Farm Address:390 North Fork Road

Barnardsville 25 minutes N of Asheville
, North Carolina
, 8080

Position Description:APPRENTICESHIPS: In 2019, we have one remaining opening for an assistant farmer or apprentice who will work closely with our field manager, two assistant farmers, and the farm owners. Our apprentices are aspiring organic farmers who work five days a week in the field with weekend market responsibilities and rotating weekend farm chores (like attending market, harvesting shiitakes, and watering the prop house). They live in a house on the farm which includes private bedrooms, a dining area, and two kitchens. Compensation includes housing, lunch stipends on work days, veggies, and a $550-$700 a month stipend, depending on experience. We... Press the button below to find out more!

Last Updated: Feb 22 2019

Farm Address:27842 141st Ave.

Spring Valley
, Minnesota
, 55975

Position Description:Interns work from 7-5, 5 days a week with an hour lunch. Some partial Saturdays may be needed. A shared bunkhouse, 2 private 'tiny homes', and a large bedroom in the home are provided for lodging on-farm along with a separate intern quarters containing a living room, kitchen, bathroom with shower, and laundry. Interns have full access to the bounty of the gardens, eggs and honey, and bulk staples are included. The evening meal is shared with our family in the main house and turns are taken to plan and prepare these.

Last Updated: Feb 22 2019

Farm Address:11 Carter Road

Princeton
, New Jersey
, 54022

Position Description:We are seeking two hard-working interns for the 2019 season, March through November. Hours start slow in March, but are @ 50-60 hours week June through November. At Cherry Grove Organic Farm, we offer a great learning experience through a hands-on approach to all aspects of farming. Work will include seeding, planting, harvesting, tractor work, cultivating, attending markets, and many other jobs associated with running the farm. Several former interns have successfully gone on to farm on their own. Our one position is for that farmer who has had previous farm experience (completed a full season) and is looking to... Press the button below to find out more!

Last Updated: Feb 22 2019

Farm Address:PO Box 2311

Homer
, Alaska
, 53021

Position Description:Our interns play a key role in day to day farm maintenance of plants, animals and equipment. You will participate directly in weekly meetings in which we set goals and plan. In addition to learning about how our business is structured from the inside, you will have the chance to build skills marketing, working with a team, and growing healthy plants, animals, and soils. Activities for interns include: Starting plants from seed for the high tunnel, outdoor fields, and indoor aquaponics greenhouse; maintaining and innovating the aquaponics system; regular weeding and harvesting; farm-related construction activities and land clearing; animal feeding,... Press the button below to find out more!

Last Updated: Feb 21 2019

Farm Address:25 Peacemeal LN

Dixmont
, Maine
, 58554

Position Description:The season begins in the spring with greenhouse work. Apprentices will learn seed starting techniques and how to grow seedlings on to be transplanted in the field. This time of year we also work in the hoophouses preparing and planting beds for early crops. In summer, the vast majority of our time is spent in the field, beginning with transplanting seedlings, followed by lots of weeding and harvesting. Apprentices will learn how to use a variety of hand tools to effectively control weeds, along with pulling weeds by hand. Once harvest season is in full swing, we are picking almost... Press the button below to find out more!

Last Updated: Feb 21 2019

Farm Address:1305 Oakland Rd

Freeland
, Massachusettsryland
, 99725

Position Description:Interns will participate in all aspects of vegetable and flower production including: greenhouse seeding and management, bed preparation, transplanting, weed and pest management, harvesting, washing and packing, record keeping, and customer service and education with CSA members and at farmers markets. Interns will also help feed/water and rotate our flock of hens, collect and wash eggs. Interns must have a valid drivers license.

Last Updated: Feb 21 2019

Farm Address:3083 Flook Lane

Keezletown
, Virginia
,

Position Description:The Radical Roots Farm Apprenticeship is an exchange of time and learning between experienced and new farmers. Apprentices learn the art and craft of organic farming through hard work in the fields, observation of successful farm ecosystems and participating in a mentoring relationship with experienced farmers. This immersion into all aspects of organic vegetable production gives new farmers valuable skills and experience to begin their career in organic agriculture. Whether they start their own farm or go on to work in public gardens, landscaping, school gardens or farm to table restaurants, apprentices gain a firm foundation and confidence to succeed.... Press the button below to find out more!

Last Updated: Feb 21 2019

Farm Address:5167 Jeffersonton Road

Jeffersonton
, Virginia
, 28743

Position Description:We love our farm, and we enjoy the opportunity to share it with others and inspire in them the same passion. If you have a commitment to nurturing beauty, Wollam Gardens is the place to work, learn, live, and grow your floriculture dream. Interns will be exposed to all aspects of our cut-flower growing operation through hands-on experience and learning opportunities. Each day on the farm is different, and while each season has its own priorities and rhythms, interns can expect to participate in the following activities: Preparing beds for planting, Transplanting plugs into the field, Watering, Weeding, Harvesting, Making... Press the button below to find out more!

Last Updated: Feb 20 2019

Last Updated: Feb 20 2019

Farm Address:

Rougemont
, North Carolina
, 42140

Position Description:South Wind Produce is seeking two more full-time crew members to join our team. Crew members work alongside crew leader and farm owners in all areas of crop production and harvest. Tasks include greenhouse seeding, transplanting, harvest and prep crops for market, weeding and general farm upkeep. Crew members work 5 days a week, Monday through Friday, 40-50 hours per week. Please visit our website for more information about our farm and the position: http://southwindproduce.com/work-with-us/

Last Updated: Feb 20 2019

Farm Address:193 Young Road

Orwell
, Vermont
,

Position Description:Intern will have the opportunity to be involved in all aspects of mushroom cultivation. This includes lots of cleaning, harvesting, inoculation, packaging, spawn production, tincture production, shiitake log laying yard management, etc. Intern will attend at least one farmer's market each week. Tasks may also include helping out around our homestead on projects such as gardening, wood splitting, tree planting, duck care, and building infrastructure. Intern can expect to work up to 50 hours per week. All applicants must have a valid driver's license and their own transportation.

Last Updated: Feb 19 2019

Farm Address:

four chapter locations around the state
, Oregon
, 28607

Position Description:Rogue Farm Corps Internship Program is a full season entry-level residential internship that combines hands-on training and skills-based education in sustainable agriculture. Participants live and learn on a host farm, receiving up to 1,500 hours of on-farm training and learning in-depth skills from their mentor farmer over the course of a farming season. The hands-on, residential training experience is combined with farm tours, classes, and discussion circles throughout the region, as well as an independent study project, and access to lots of resources for further learning. Interns are exposed to a vast array of knowledge and expertise by engaging in... Press the button below to find out more!

Last Updated: Feb 19 2019

Farm Address:

Morganton
, North Carolina
, 15074

Position Description:See WorkAtBluebirdFarm.blogspot.com or email us for full description and application for Vegetable Apprenticeship and Assistant Grower. VEGETABLE APPRENTICESHIP: 5 days/week, rotating weekend schedule. Your focus will be learning and working in our vegetable gardens on projects and harvesting beautiful vegetables with our team of 6 people. Learn by doing and growing. We explain and explore our agricultural practices, techniques, and business decisions as we work, with a focus on performing tasks efficiently in the field. Most of your time is with the farmers in a small crew growing vegetables; transplanting seedlings, cultivating (weeding) with hand tools, record keeping, insect and... Press the button below to find out more!

Last Updated: Feb 19 2019

Farm Address:10890 Elliott Road

Snohomish
, Washington
, 6281

Position Description:We offer only hourly positions, part-time (20hr/week) and full-time (40-45hr/week) available. This is an entry-level position, with opportunity for advancement. We want to create viable careers in agriculture in our community. Seasonal crew positions available, ideal candidates are those who are seeking multi-year long term employment. Under the direction of the Farm Owner and Farm Manager, the Crew Member is responsible for helping in daily farm tasks such as harvesting, weeding, planting, tending to crops, and cleaning. The more initiative you take and interest you show the more responsibility you will be entrusted with and the more you'll learn. Depending... Press the button below to find out more!

Last Updated: Feb 19 2019

Farm Address:PO Box 170

Unity
, Maine
,

Position Description:Farm Apprenticeships provide opportunities for training in areas such as organic vegetable, herb, and flower production at many different scales; marketing techniques, direct marketing strategies such as Community Supported Agriculture; raising livestock, including cattle, goats, sheep, horses, pigs, and poultry; using draft animals; homesteading skills, including house-building, food preservation, and alternative energy; dairy farming and cheese making with cows, goats, or sheep; maple sugaring, orchard pruning, cider pressing, and meat processing; value-added products; and grass-based and intensive rotational grazing farm systems. Diverse opportunities are available on more than 100 farms throughout Maine.

Last Updated: Feb 19 2019

Farm Address:Fuller and Barnhill Road

Waverly
, Pennsylvania
, 31082

Position Description:The goal of the apprenticeship is to immerse the applicants with an educational experience of starting up a small-scale farm through participation in all aspects of farming. This includes but is not limited to feeding and care of livestock, processing broilers, greenhouse management, seed propagation, transplanting, weeding, hand cultivation, harvest, and marketing our product. Tasks will vary greatly and the apprentices will have a unique opportunity to experience all aspects of a production farm. Please email Liz Krug with resume, letter of intent, and three references.

Last Updated: Feb 19 2019

Farm Address:8115 New Sharon Church Rd

Rougemont
, North Carolina
, 54411

Position Description:We are looking for motivated individuals that can maintain a good attitude while working through the elements. Tasks include but are not limited to greenhouse work, weeding, planting, harvesting, post harvest handling, animal care/chicken processing (if interested), and working at a farmers' market. It is a physical job so individuals should be able to lift up to 50lbs. There are two part time positions available (10-20 hours).

Internship Starts: 3/1/2019
Internship Ends: 10-31-2019 but potential for work beyond this date

Last Updated: Feb 19 2019

Farm Address:1000 McLemore Road

Clayton
, North Carolina
, 27253

Position Description:Apprenticeship Goals: An apprentice is an individual interested in receiving hands-on training in all aspects of a trade from preparing the fields to selling at markets. Successful apprentices are active learners, have clear goals, and push their mentors to provide the information they need. Questions and curiosity often spurs innovation! You are seriously considering farming as a career goal. This position is intended to prepare you for the experience of starting and operating your own commercial farm. An Apprentice is Expected to: Live on Farm: we will eat lunch and dinner together in the farmhouse. It is important you respect... Press the button below to find out more!